Sheriff Hodgson began his law enforcement career in Ocean City, Maryland in the 1970s as a Police Officer on uniformed patrol along with busy boardwalk and thriving community. He worked his way up the ladder, being promoted to Sergeant, Lieutenant and Detective, and held leadership roles in various divisions of the department, including special operations, undercover narcotics and hostage negotiation.
Sheriff Hodgson’s approach to corrections centers on rehabilitation and pushing inmates to programs and classes that can give them one more tool in their toolbox when they return to society. Sheriff Hodgson has implemented a range of rehabilitative programs, including substance abuse, anger management, vocational training, religious programs in several denominations, and an array of educational opportunities including GED and college-level classes.